Associate Production Scientist - 5th shift

A career with MilliporeSigma is an ongoing journey of discovery: our 58,000 people are shaping how the world lives, works and plays through next generation advancements in Healthcare, Life Science and Electronics. For more than 350 years and across the world we have passionately pursued our curiosity to find novel and vibrant ways of enhancing the lives of others. MilliporeSigma is a business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

US employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date unless an accommodation is granted by The Company. The Company uses the definition of "fully vaccinated" assigned by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention for purposes of considering satisfaction of this requirement which is a condition of employment.

Your Role:

Position primarily involves the safe and efficient manufacturing of API's according to cGMP requirements. The role of Production Scientist, Associate is primarily focused on performing required production operations to support the end users and patients of the compounds produced at MilliporeSigma. These responsibilities include but are not limited to executing existing production procedures, updating ancillary documents, and maintaining the safety and quality of the manufacturing environment.

• Show positive attitude, be respectful of others, and display MilliporeSigma (Merck) values and competencies
• Become a role model for other employees through superb work habits and excellent occupational behavior
• Demonstrate proper lab safety practices, and work in accordance with FDA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, and other regulatory agency guidelines
• Function as a Primary Operator for a single group of GMP Production areas (i.e. Kilo Labs)
• Perform and author deviation investigation reports of limited impact/scope
• Utilize and provide minor updates to a wide variety of written procedures, including batch records and existing operating procedures with assistance from a supervisor
• Author and execute document Corrective and Preventive Actions
• Help to identify and immediately correct equipment, process, and safety issues in the lab
• Function as a tier 1 project lead, as defined by manufacturing management
• Draft process specific reports and documents using a previously created approved template
• Mentor new employees by performing supplemental technical and on the job training
• Participate in a team-based, multi-shift manufacturing environment comprised of multiple facilities
• Provide departmental support through additional tasks as directed by management

Who you are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related Life Science OR
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 4 years of pharmaceutical, chemical, or related production manufacturing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand written protocols
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office and Outlook tools, Electronic Document Management Systems, etc.)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to write technical documents
• Mechanical and technical aptitude
• Able to operate hand tools, calculators and weighing / measuring devices
• Strong mathematical skills
• Possess a high degree of motivation and are a self-starter
• Ability to multi-task while paying close attention to detail
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds with the assistance of equipment or teammates as necessary

Additional Local Needs:

• Must be willing to work with highly potent / hazardous materials
• Able to utilize proper personal protective equipment which could include but is not limited to:

o Respiratory protection (dust masks, half/full face respirators, supplied air, etc)
o MilliporeSigma issued work uniforms
o Lab Coats
o Full body protection (disposable coveralls, hazmat suits, etc)

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Job Requisition ID: 240307

Location: Madison

Career Level: B - Recent University Graduate(<1>

Working time model:

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US employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date unless an accommodation is granted by the Company. The Company uses the definition of "fully vaccinated" assigned by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention for purposes of considering satisfaction of this requirement which is a condition of employment.

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